About this role
## Discover your exciting role
We are looking for experienced Ductwork Installers holding NVQ Level 2 with a CSCS Blue Card or NVQ Level 3 with a CSCS Gold Card to support projects across the business. Roles are aligned to national agreement contracts, including major framework and infrastructure projects, with competitive rates, paid holiday, pension contributions, and travel support where applicable.
Exentec Hargreaves has a long-standing heritage in the ventilation and HVAC sector, combining more than 150 years of design, manufacture, and installation expertise with modern digital engineering and off-site manufacturing capability. Based in Bury, the business is recognised for delivering specialist HVAC, high-integrity ductwork, smoke ventilation, and safety-critical ventilation systems across complex sectors including energy, defence, transport, and advanced infrastructure.
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NAECI National Agreement Contracts – North London Heat and Power
- Hourly rate: Grade 4 (NVQ Level 2) £22.50 / Grade 5 (NVQ Level 3) £23.45
- £2.79 per hour bonus based on safety, attendance, and performance
- Overtime: Monday to Friday and the first 4 hours on Saturday paid at £31.50 to £32.83 per hour, depending on grade.
- Sunday hours paid at £40.50 to £42.21 per hour, depending on grade.
- Local candidates: daily travel expenses and daily travel allowance available.
- Travelling candidates: weekly tax-free accommodation allowance of £373.73
- Travelling candidates: 12 paid weekend leaves each year; travel time and expenses covered for this period.
- Paid tea break
- 33 days paid holiday
## Show your expertise
- Trade: Ductwork Installer / Craftsperson
- Required qualifications: NVQ Level 2 (CSCS Blue Card) or NVQ Level 3 (CSCS Gold Card).
- Contract types: NAECI National Agreement.
- Preferred qualifications: CCNSG, IPAF, Manual Handling, PASMA, Abrasive Wheels, Harness Awareness.
Progression and Development
Following successful completion of probation, employees will have the opportunity to discuss progression within the business, including enrolment onto NVQ Level 3 where suitable. We are committed to supporting long-term career development, with clear pathways available into supervision, site leadership, and management roles for those who demonstrate the right skills, attitude, safety standards, and commitment.
Flexibility Across Agreements
Candidates will be required to demonstrate flexibility across varying agreements, project locations, and business requirements. This flexibility is key to supporting long-term continuity of work, increasing future opportunities, and enabling career progression within the business.
## Contact:
You want to be part of the Exentec Hargreaves team? We look forward to receiving your application!
For further questions and information, please do not hesitate to contact Liz Bedford via [email protected]
Please note that we only consider applications submitted through our application portal. Applications sent via email will not be considered due to data protection regulations.